Researchers have detailed the first widespread Salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry in Australia.
Between May and August 2020, an outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infection was investigated. In total, 38 cases with an age range of less than
Continue Reading Poultry contact behind Australian Salmonella outbreak; median age of 5 reportedPublic health officials warn against it. Animal welfare groups are opposed to it. Year after year it causes hundreds of human illnesses and agonizing deaths for baby chicks, ducks and rabbits. But every spring the
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Reporting a record year for human illnesses linked to live poultry, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention wrapped up its investigation this week of eight Salmonella outbreaks that have sickened 895 people across 48
Continue Reading Record case counts from live poultry spur renewed warning
Salmonella traced to backyard flocks and pet chicks and ducklings continues to claim victims, with public health officials now tracking eight outbreaks across 45 states. 
Since the outbreaks were reported on June 2, there have
Continue Reading More than 600 sick in 45 states because of poultry pets
An investigation is underway in Canada to figure out the source of a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to live chicks from an Alberta hatchery. According to news reports, the outbreak has so far sickened
Continue Reading 34 Sickened in Canadian Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Chicks From Alberta Hatchery
The time of year has arrived for baby chicks and ducklings to hatch out into the world, bringing with them annual warnings to help protect against the risk of Salmonella infection. Every year, multiple outbreaks
Continue Reading Hatching Season for Baby Birds Prompts Annual Salmonella Warnings
